Azad Engineering Takes Off: Wins GTRE Contract for Turbo Gas Engine

Azad Engineering has secured a pivotal contract from the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the comprehensive manufacturing, assembly, and integration of advanced turbo engines crucial for India’s defence programs. This contract positions Azad Engineering as a key partner in India’s defence industry, responsible for delivering fully integrated turbo gas generator engines, with the first batch expected to be delivered by early 2026.

Headquartered in Hyderabad, Azad Engineering is a precision engineering and manufacturing company entrusted with the vital task of serving as a single source partner to GTRE. The turbo engine designed by Azad Engineering features a single-spool turbojet setup, comprising intricate components such as a four-stage axial flow compressor, an annular combustor, a single-stage axial flow uncooled turbine, and a fixed exit area nozzle. This sophisticated propulsion system finds applications across a spectrum of defence requirements, enhancing India’s technological prowess in defence manufacturing.

Azad Engineering’s expanded manufacturing capabilities signify its commitment to providing end-to-end solutions for advanced turbo engine production. By bolstering its manufacturing infrastructure, the company has positioned itself to cater to both domestic and global defence requirements, thereby contributing significantly to India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

India’s prowess in indigenous engine design, coupled with its ability to meet mission-critical objectives, has been consistently demonstrated on various platforms. With Azad Engineering at the helm of this project, India is poised to further enhance its capabilities in developing cutting-edge defence technologies, reinforcing its status as a leader in defence innovation on the global stage.

News by Rahul Yelligetti